Do you love the bubbly sweet taste of diet soda? While the label might tout a calorie free option, that seems perfect for your diet, studies have shown that the artificial sweeteners in diet soda can be just as bad for you as regular sugar. If you just can’t kick the craving for carbonation, consider these five healthier beverage options. 1. Perrier Sparking Mineral Water Why we love it: lightly ...
It’s the late afternoon at work, and you’re rummaging through your snack drawer with an intense craving for something sweet. You find that last Hershey’s Kiss left over from Valentine’s Day, unwrap it and are immensely satisfied the moment you taste the sweet chocolate-sugary goodness on your tongue. Many of us have struggled with sugar cravings, but studies show there are several negative effects ...
We’ve all had those days when we feel hungry all day. During these days, it can be difficult to keep your calories count in check. The good news is there are plenty of healthy low-calorie foods that are both tasty and filling. These foods are perfect if you are trying to maintain your weight loss or if you are trying to live a healthy lifestyle. The three nutritional components of weight loss: ...
If you are like many people interested in losing weight, you have most likely started and stopped a program several times. Perhaps you watched an inspirational movie that got you fired up about changing your ways, or maybe it was an inspirational blogger, or it could have even been someone inspirational in your life. Motivation is that inspiration to go out for that run or eat that healthy meal. ...
Whether you heard it from your parents and relatives or your teachers and coaches, did you anyone ever tell you that you were special and that there is no one else in the world just like you? Well, what you’ve been told your entire life is actually correct! This fact is especially legitimate when it comes to losing weight. As soon as weight problems evolved into a significant issue concerning the ...
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has focused its general health platform toward the sodium levels of America, stating that Americans consume about a third more than necessary. The main culprit, proven by data to have a significant impact on our health, is salt. Studies have shown that excessive levels of salt can contribute to high blood pressure and damage blood vessels over ...